World reacts to Jimmy Carter’s death: Lawmakers pay tribute after former president passes away at 100
By CLAUDIA AORAHA
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Jimmy Carter has died at the age of 100.
Tributes have been paid to the former president from around the world, with lawmakers and politicians remembering him as an American hero who dedicated his life to public service.
Carter, who served as the 39th U.S. president, died peacefully at his home in Plains, Georgia, on Sunday, December 29.
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‘We mourn the death of Jimmy Carter’
The U.S. Holocaust Museum wrote in a statement: ““From our memory and understanding we must make an unwavering oath to all civilized men that the world will never again be silent….”
“We mourn the passing of President Jimmy Carter, whose presidential commission recommended the creation of our museum.”
Democratic advisor pays tribute to Carter: ‘He was a selfless leader’
Keisha Lance Bottoms, former senior adviser to President Biden, paid tribute to Carter.
She wrote, “Simply put, President Jimmy Carter was a good man. He was the epitome of a servant leader who changed the world and set the highest example of what it meant to honor God, family and country. May his legacy of selfless leadership and his commitment to serving “the little ones” inspire us all to make the world a better place.”
Empire State Building changes its colors in memory of Jimmy Carter
New York City’s iconic landmark will pay tribute to the former president tonight.
Son Jimmy Carter remembers his father as ‘a hero’
Chip Carter, the former president’s son, paid tribute to his late father.
He said: ‘My father was a hero, not only to me, but to everyone who believes in peace, human rights and selfless love.
“My brothers, sister and I shared him with the rest of the world through these shared beliefs.
“The world is our family because of the way he brought people together, and we thank you for honoring his memory by continuing to live these shared beliefs.”
The Carter Center releases a statement after the former president’s death
The formal statement read: “Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States and winner of the 2002 Nobel Peace Prize, died peacefully on Sunday, December 29, at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family. He was 100 years old, making him the longest-living president in American history.
“President Carter is survived by his children: Jack, Chip, Jeff and Amy; 11 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Rosalynn, and one grandchild.”
‘The wisest, smartest, most compassionate world leader’
Journalist and presenter Piers Morgan paid tribute to the former president, calling him one of the “wisest” world leaders he has ever met.
Morgan wrote: “RIP President Jimmy Carter, 100. A remarkable individual who epitomized the phrase ‘public service.’ I had the honor of interviewing him three times, and he was one of the most humble and human world leaders I have ever met. A great man.’
Letitia James’ tribute to Carter: ‘His memory will live on’
New York Attorney General Letitia James has paid tribute to Jimmy Carter.
She wrote: “President Carter dedicated his life to serving the American people, and his memory will live on. “I extend my condolences to his family, loved ones and every community he touched during his time with us.”
Tributes pour in for Jimmy Carter
Mourners from around the world have gathered online to mourn the loss of Jimmy Carter after the former president died at the age of 11.
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